Bus from Elmers End to Purley
1 direct route · about 65 min · first bus 05:00, last bus 00:05 (weekdays).
Next buses to Purley as of 10:54
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Elmers End, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 289 | Arriva London | ~65 min | 90 | Sat 86 · Sun 68 | 05:00 | 00:05 | Elmers End Interchange (Stop A) | Purley Station / Purley High Street (Stop M) | Croydon |
Times are for the first boarding point in Elmers End on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 289 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Elmers End to Purley?
The 289 (Arriva London) runs directly from Elmers End to Purley. Board at Elmers End Interchange (Stop A) and get off at Purley Station / Purley High Street (Stop M); the journey takes about 65 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Elmers End to Purley?
Around 65 minutes on the 289, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Croydon on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Elmers End to Purley?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:00 and the last around 00:05. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Elmers End to Purley?
London buses have a flat £1.75 fare with contactless or Oyster — the Hopper fare covers unlimited bus and tram changes within an hour, with daily caps. Cash isn't accepted.